Most ridiculous laws: Laws are an important part of any civilization: they are there to protect citizens and to ensure the well being of society… at least, in theory. The human race has seen some pretty awful laws: racist laws, sexist laws and just plain stupid laws. But hey, the human race is not a little kid anymore, right?
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Humans have come a long way and have grown a lot; surely that growth would be represented in the American legal system? Think again. Despite humanity having entered the 21st century, America still has laws which are so dumb, you may feel like your head will explode. Read on to find out what societal rules received the honor of being America’s most ridiculous laws.
10. Using X-Rays to Determine Your Shoe Size is a Punishable Offense
Most people are aware of the harmful side effects of radiation; after all, dentists don’t put a lead apron over you so that you can look more fashionable. Nevertheless, some people still prioritize being amused over their health. This has became such a problem that Nevada had to enforce a law prohibiting people from using a shoe-fitting fluoroscope (also known as pedoscope and sometimes foot-o-scope), a device which determines your shoe size by scanning it with x-rays. Apparently, just because you don’t care about your health doesn’t mean that the state doesn’t.
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